The City of Champaign seeks qualified candidates for a career opportunity as an Intern in the Information Technologies Department.
Responsibilities of Position
This position will learn about and gain hands on experience with a variety of municipal IT operations including hardware and software installation, maintenance, and support; documentation; and research. The Intern may also gain exposure to other key IT areas such as cybersecurity, systems administration, cloud/networking, and enterprise applications.
The position is in-person and for up to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, for Spring 2025, with the potential to continue as full-time during Summer 2026, if mutually agreeable. The position will begin January 2026.
Required Qualifications
- Current enrollment in a college or university-level degree program in Computer Engineering, Network Administration, or related field.
- Knowledge of computer hardware and software setup and troubleshooting or common computer operating systems.
- Experience with Microsoft suite of applications.
- Ability to effectively research various topics using a variety of sources.
- Ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical persons effectively.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service to City employees, including effective communication skills and the ability to resolve concerns from upset or frustrated individuals.
- Ability to perform assigned job duties that require physical agility as noted in the job description, with or without accommodation, such as:
- Work in areas kept at lower temperatures (e.g. server room)
- Occasionally working in confined spaces and/or cramped body positions and in close proximity with others
- Possible proximity to electrical hazards
- Ability to lift up to approximately 50 pounds for up to 10 feet.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Windows-based operating systems.
Criminal background check will be required. The salary is $15.00 per hour. Applications must be submitted online no later than Sunday, November 30, 2025, for first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
The City’s mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion.
To apply, visit the City’s Jobs Page at champaignil.gov/jobs. |
